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> Mitochondrial DNA mutates 100-1,000 times faster than the human genome This statement is very interesting for two reasons: 1) We not consider mitochondrial
by TeeMassive 2y ago
> Mitochondrial DNA mutates 100-1,000 times faster than the human genome
This statement is very interesting for two reasons:
1) We not consider mitochondrial DNA as part of the human genome when it's clearly is and can be used to establish the maternal genetic lineage.
2) Traditionally, we always think of telomere reduction and genetic mutations as the root cause of aging but not mitochondrial genetic damages.
- rbanffy 2y ago> 2) Traditionally, we always think of telomere reduction and genetic mutations as the root cause of aging but not mitochondrial genetic damages. A lot of research is looking into the role of mitochondrial damage as causes for a number of conditions.